Dr. J Collins

Professor

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Biography

J. Michael Collins is the Fetzer Family Chair in Consumer Personal Finance and a Professor in the Department of Consumer Science at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. His research focuses on consumer decision-making in the financial marketplace and the role of public policy in influencing the credit, savings, and investment choices of households. He has conducted extensive studies on household finance and well-being, receiving support from leading foundations and federal agencies. Collins brings a decade of applied experience to his research, contributing a nuanced understanding of how financial systems impact individuals' lives. He teaches courses related to consumer science and has published numerous articles on topics such as financial inclusion, the effects of housing quality on low-income households, and the implications of credit scoring systems on underserved populations.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Wisconsin–Madison

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:92
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:125
Overall
Required:125
Prerequisites
Programming experience (Data Structures, Machine Organization) One year college-level calculus
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • CV/Resume
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Unofficial transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Computer Sciences